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The German motoring association ADAC has proposed doubling the quota of ethanol’s blending with petrol in car engines from 10% to 20% to achieve higher CO2 savings and eventually contribute to the decarbonisation of the transport sector. “Most of the petrol cars in the fleet today have clearance for using E10. Many new cars may even use E20 or even higher ethanol blends if car manufacturers approve the use of these fuels. This potential to reduce fossil fuel consumption from existing and ne...

Welcome to this EURACTIV special edition on agrifood trade, where we take a closer look at each member state’s position on trade and their country’s own specific issues. Free trade agreements (FTAs) have become an increasingly contentious issue for a number of member states over the past few years, especially with the looming issue of the ratification of the Mercosur deal, which has been in the works for over 20 years. In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the importance of creating ...